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Asimov's Guide to Shakespeare: A Guide to Understanding and Enjoying the Works of Shakespeare
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This really does sum it up best:
"Shakespeare's genius is marked by his rare ability to appeal to theatergoers of all types and all levels of education. But for most modern folks, the Greek and Roman mythology and history, let alone the history of England and the geography of sixteenth-century Europe that his works are laden with, are hard... »
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Julius Caesar (Shakespeare Made Easy)
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The Arden Shakespeare series is the best, for either the beginning of scholarly research, the average needs of the English student, or as a resource for the informed theater professional. My only note of caution is for a casual reader who may find the extensive footnoting more of an interruption than a help. Love this book, love them all.... »
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Shakespeare: The Invention of the Human
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"Personality, in our sense, is a Shakespearean invention, and is not only Shakespeare's greatest originality but also the authentic cause of his perpetual pervasiveness." So Harold Bloom opines in his outrageously ambitious Shakespeare: The Invention of the Human. This is a titanic claim. But then this is a titanic book, wrought by a latter-da... »
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Cat on a Hot Tin Roof
Ok, so it is an American Classic. None-the-less, it is still a story about a family of mean, miserable people. If you like that kinda think then read it. ... »
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Inherit the Wind
This script of a play, inspired by the Scopes trial, captivated my attention. It hightlights the zealous bigotry of those who refuse to question their own... »
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